Dodgers rally for 12-7 win over Padres as Vasquez heads to ER

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the San Diego Padres 12-7 on July 3. The Padres jumped to a 6-0 lead with three home runs in the first two innings, including contributions from Manny Machado and Jake Cronenworth. However, starting pitcher Randy Vasquez struggled and left the game in the fourth after being hit in the ankle by a line drive. The Dodgers responded with 17 hits, overcoming the early deficit and scoring six runs against Vasquez and the Padres' bullpen. Vasquez's health status remains uncertain after he passed out heading for an X-ray. The Padres' recent loss marked their sixth in a row, dropping them to.500 at 43-43.

• 12:09 PMYahoo Sports — San Diego Keeps Sinking As Dodgers Pound Out 12-7 Win With Vasquez Ending Up In ER